$2,844 pp (USD)
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Arrival
Day 1
Arrival in Arusha
Arrival in Arusha
An African Big Cats Safaris representative will greet you upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) or Arusha Airport (ARK), which handles domestic flights, and will then bring you to your Arusha lodging. You will spend the night at the Mount Meru Hotel, where life revolves around reawakening the senses and the rhythm of the natural world beats to the beat of an African drum.
- Main Destination:
- Arusha (City)
- Accommodation:
- Mount Meru Hotel
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Arusha to Tarangire National Park
Arusha to Tarangire National Park
The hotel will serve an early breakfast. After that, we're going to Tarangire National Park. The Tarangire River, which flows through the park, is the source of its name. During the dry season, the only water source for the wildlife in the area is this "river of warthogs." There are areas with extremely dense vegetation, such as groundwater forests, acacia woodlands, and elephant grass. Elephant families are the park's most famous feature; they are frequently spotted gathering along the river. Giraffes, bushbucks, and hartebeests might also be visible.
Lions and leopards are among the many predators that closely monitor these creatures. Tarangire National Park is home to more breeding species of birds than any other place on Earth! We will proceed to Kitela Lodge for dinner, our overnight stay after lunch, and a long game drive.
- Main Destination:
- Tarangire National Park
- Accommodation:
- Kitela Lodge
Wildlife in Tarangire NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Ngorongoro Crater to Serengeti National Park
Ngorongoro Crater to Serengeti National Park
After breakfast, we will leave early in the morning to head to Ngorongoro Crater. Ngorongoro Crater appears to be a forgotten planet when you first see it. Large groups of lions and the critically endangered black rhino may be spotted. Two to three million years ago, a massive volcano erupted and crashed in on itself, creating the Crater. It is well-known for its stunning geology as well as for being a nature reserve that is home to some of the densest populations of large mammals in all of Africa.
Upon arriving at the crater floor, you will immediately find yourself surrounded by a plethora of wildebeest, zebra, gazelles, and over 500 different bird species. Your best chance of spotting the critically endangered black rhino, which is occasionally observed on the open grass, is in the crater. Make your way to Serengeti National Park by car after a packed lunch. You will spend the night at the Kubukubu Luxury Tented Lodge and have dinner there.
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Kubu Kubu Tented Lodge
Wildlife in Serengeti NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Serengeti National Park to Karatu
Serengeti National Park to Karatu
Again, we'll start our game viewing drive early with breakfast before heading out. This time, it will be around 6:30 am. You have six or seven hours to spend at this amazing park. While the Serengeti is home to a wide variety of animals, including hippopotamus, impala, buffalo, and crocodiles, it is most known for the large migratory herds of zebras (about 200,000), wildebeests (about 500,000), and antelopes (about 500,000).
Rainfall affects the animals' journey, which changes from year to year. Additionally, we might witness raptors like lions, cheetahs, and leopards going about their business. We'll drive back to Karatu at about 2:00 pm, arriving at our carefully chosen mid-range partner lodge in time for supper in a superbly furnished restaurant. A digestif around the fire beneath the boundless African sky, a pool for leisure if needed, and our spacious accommodations ready for us for a restful night and dreams of wild cats await! We are going to spend the night at Kitela Lodge.
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Kitela Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Lake Manyara National Park to Arusha
Lake Manyara National Park to Arusha
The lodge will provide an early breakfast. After there, it will just be a quick trip to Lake Manyara National Park. Located 120 km west of Arusha, Manyara is a relatively small yet diversified park named for the shallow salt lake that covers over 70% of its territory. This soda lake, which floods and dries periodically, is home to more than 500 different bird species and thousands of flamingos. We will witness monkeys, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, buffalo, and elephants while exploring the park.
If we're lucky, we might spot lions relaxing on trees. The park is renowned for its variety of scenery, which includes baobab-dotted cliffs, woodlands teeming with primates, and wide, grassy plains. We'll pack a lunch and head back to Arusha. Our journey is coming to an unavoidable end. You'll arrive in time for your journey to Zanzibar or back home.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Manyara National Park
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
Wildlife in Lake Manyara NP
- Meals & Drinks:
